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Computer Repair for Short Hills NJ | Dave's Computers — Somerville NJ
Computer Repair — Short Hills, NJ & Essex County

Computer Repair for Short Hills, NJ — Drop It Off, Pick It Up Fixed

Short Hills residents drop off laptops, Macs, and desktops at our shop in Somerville — about 35 minutes via I-78. Flat-rate quotes, honest diagnostics, and your device never leaves our hands.

⭐ 4.8-Star Google Rating 🏆 Serving Essex County Since 2011 📍 ~35 Min from Short Hills via I-78 🔧 $75 Diagnostic — Credited to Your Repair

Computer Repair Services for Short Hills & Millburn Township

Laptops, Macs, desktops, and everything in between — handled in-house at our Somerville shop. No subcontractors, no shipping, no runaround.

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Diagnostic

Full hardware and software diagnostic on any PC, laptop, or Mac. Written flat-rate quote before we touch anything — no surprises.

$75 — Credited to Your Repair
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Laptop Screen Replacement

Cracked, flickering, or completely dark screens replaced on most models including premium thin-and-lights. Common sizes stocked in-shop.

$180–$250
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Virus & Malware Removal

Ransomware, spyware, browser hijackers — fully removed and your system hardened against repeat infections.

Starting at $149
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Data Recovery

Failed hard drive, accidental deletion, corrupted storage — we recover photos, documents, and business files. No data, no charge.

Starting at $199
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Battery Replacement

MacBook or Windows laptop dying after an hour? We replace batteries on most models using quality replacement cells.

Visit Us for Free Estimate

SSD Upgrade & Tune-Up

Slow machine? A failing hard drive is usually the culprit. We replace it with a fast SSD and migrate all your data — runs like new.

Visit Us for Free Estimate
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Mac Repair

MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac — screen, battery, keyboard, logic board, and macOS troubleshooting all handled in-house.

From $75 Diagnostic
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Desktop & PC Repair

Tower won't post? Blue screen? Overheating? We diagnose and repair all desktop configurations including custom workstations.

From $75 Diagnostic
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Small Business IT Support

Network setup, workstation maintenance, and ongoing IT support for Essex County businesses and Short Hills home offices.

Call for Pricing

All Brands Repaired — Including Premium Laptops & Macs

From MacBook Pros to Dell XPS to Microsoft Surface — if it has a processor, we can work on it.

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Apple

MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac

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Dell

XPS, Inspiron, Latitude, Vostro

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HP

Spectre, Envy, Pavilion, EliteBook

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Lenovo

ThinkPad, IdeaPad, Yoga, Legion

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Microsoft

Surface Pro, Surface Laptop, Book

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Asus

ZenBook, VivoBook, ROG, TUF

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Acer

Aspire, Swift, Nitro, Predator

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Custom Builds

Workstations, gaming rigs, DIY PCs

Real Customers · Google Reviews

What Essex & Union County Customers Are Saying

Customers drive from Short Hills, Millburn, Summit, and Chatham. Here's what a few of them had to say.

★★★★★

"Drove from Short Hills with a MacBook Pro that had a completely shattered screen. Dave's quoted me on the spot, had it done in two days, and came in way cheaper than the Apple Store. Screen looks perfect. Absolutely worth the drive."

Caroline M. Short Hills, NJ · Google Review
★★★★★

"My work laptop started showing a blue screen every morning. Dave's ran a full diagnostic, found a failing drive, recovered everything, and had it back to me next day. They could have charged more — they didn't. That's rare."

Robert T. Millburn, NJ · Google Review
★★★★★

"I manage IT for a small financial firm in Summit and Dave's has become our go-to for anything we can't handle in-house. Fast, professional, and they actually explain what they did. No jargon, no upselling. Highly recommend."

Dana K. Summit, NJ · Google Review
Getting Here from Short Hills & Millburn Township

About 35 Minutes Away — Easy Drop-Off, No Appointment Needed

We're in Somerville on N Bridge St. From Short Hills, take I-78 West or Route 24 West to Route 206 North — straightforward highway drive with free parking when you arrive.

📍 Dave's Computers

75 N Bridge St, Somerville NJ 08876
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Hours Mon–Fri: 10am–5pm
Saturday: 9am–2pm
Sunday: Closed
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Phone (908) 428-9558
No appointment needed
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Directions from Short Hills I-78 West or Rt. 24 West → Rt. 206 North into Somerville — about 35 minutes
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Service Model Drop-off only — your device stays in our shop the entire time

We don't have a location in Short Hills — and we're upfront about that. What we do have is a shop that's been at the same address in Somerville since 2011, a flat-rate process with no surprises, and technicians who pick up the phone and give you straight answers.

Short Hills and Millburn residents often make the I-78 drive because the local alternatives — Geek Squad at a big box store, or shipping a MacBook to Apple and waiting three weeks — just don't compare on price, speed, or communication. Drop it off, go about your day, pick it up fixed.

Approximate Drive Times to Our Somerville Shop

Short Hills ~35 min
Millburn ~35 min
Summit ~30 min
Chatham ~28 min
New Providence ~25 min
Berkeley Heights ~22 min
Watchung ~18 min
Warren ~20 min
Bridgewater ~10 min

Dave's Computers vs. the Usual Options for Short Hills Residents

The Apple Store, Geek Squad, and mail-in services all exist. Here's the honest comparison.

⚠️ Apple Store / Big Box / Mail-In

What You Usually Get

Genius Bar appointment weeks out — or ship it away for 2–3 weeks
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Premium pricing with little room to negotiate on repairs
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800-number support — re-explain your issue from scratch every call
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Device leaves your hands and goes to a facility you can't verify
Estimate given without a real in-person diagnostic
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"Out of warranty — replacement recommended" without exploring options
✅ Dave's Computers — Somerville NJ

What You Get Here

Most repairs done in 1–3 business days — many same-day or next-day
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Flat-rate quote before we start — fair pricing, no surprises
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Talk directly to Dave or the technician who worked on your machine
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Your device stays in our Somerville shop — we know exactly where it is
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$75 in-person diagnostic — a real technician looks at your actual device
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Honest options — repair, upgrade, or replace — we tell you what makes sense
What We See · Short Hills & Essex County Customers

What Short Hills & Millburn Customers Typically Bring In

Short Hills is one of the wealthiest communities in New Jersey — and that shapes exactly what comes through our door from that area.

💼  Premium Devices, High Stakes Data

Short Hills and Millburn residents tend to run high-end machines — MacBook Pros, Dell XPS, Lenovo ThinkPads, Microsoft Surface devices — often loaded with work-critical files, financial documents, and irreplaceable personal data. The stakes are higher when something fails. Our Sentinel-7 diagnostic catches drive issues before they become catastrophic, and our flat-rate quoting process means you know the cost before anything is touched.

🏠  Home Offices Running at Full Capacity

A large portion of Short Hills households include finance, law, or consulting professionals working remotely part or full time. When a primary work machine goes down, it's not an inconvenience — it's a lost billing day. We prioritize fast turnaround on exactly these situations. Most diagnostics are completed same-day, and straightforward repairs are often done within 24 hours of drop-off.

🍎  MacBook Repairs Without the Apple Store Wait

The nearest Apple Store to Short Hills is in Millburn — and Genius Bar appointments often run weeks out for anything beyond a quick swap. We're an independent Mac repair option with no appointment queue. MacBook screen replacements, battery swaps, keyboard repairs, and macOS issues are among the most common repairs we handle from Essex County customers. Same flat-rate process, often faster turnaround.

📊  When "Slow" Means Something Worse

Older machines that "just run slow" are one of the most common complaints we hear from Short Hills-area customers. Every machine runs through our Sentinel-7 stress diagnostic when it comes in. More than 30% of computers diagnosed for slowness turn out to have a failing drive — and catching it before it crashes is the difference between a simple SSD upgrade and a full data recovery. We'd rather tell you early than have you lose everything.

Why Short Hills & Millburn Residents Choose Dave's

Independent, honest, and in business since 2011. Here's what that actually means.

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In Business Since 2011

Over 15 years at the same address in Somerville. Look us up, read our reviews, and trust we'll be here after your repair too.

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Straight Talk, No Upselling

If your machine isn't worth fixing, we'll tell you. We'd rather give you an honest answer than charge you for a repair that doesn't make sense.

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Your Data Stays With Us

Everything is handled in our Somerville shop by our own technicians. No shipping, no third parties, no strangers with access to your files.

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Flat-Rate Quotes Upfront

We quote before we start and the price doesn't change while we work. No hourly billing, no surprise invoices at pickup.

Fast Turnaround

Most repairs in 1–3 business days. Diagnostics same-day, many common repairs next-day. We'll call or text the moment it's ready.

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Recognized Track Record

Featured in Angie's List Magazine in 2014. Recognized by the Mayor of Hillsborough in 2019. 300+ five-star Google reviews from across NJ.

Computer Repair FAQs for Short Hills & Millburn, NJ

Straight answers to what Short Hills-area customers ask most.

Do you have a computer repair shop in Short Hills NJ?

No — we operate from one location at 75 N Bridge St in Somerville, NJ, about 35 minutes from Short Hills via I-78 West or Route 24 West. We don't offer on-site or in-home service anywhere. Walk in during business hours — no appointment needed.

How much does computer repair cost for Short Hills customers?

Same pricing regardless of where you're coming from. Diagnostic is $75, credited toward your repair if you proceed. Screen replacement runs $180–$250. Virus removal starts at $149, data recovery starts at $199. Battery, keyboard, and SSD pricing varies by device — stop in for a free estimate on those.

How long does a repair take?

Most repairs are completed in 1–3 business days. Diagnostics are typically same-day. Virus removal, battery replacements, and screen swaps on common models are often done next-day. We'll give you a realistic timeframe at drop-off and reach out when it's ready — no chasing us for an update.

Do you repair MacBooks? Is it better than going to the Apple Store?

Yes — MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and iMac are among the most common machines we work on. We're an independent shop, not an Apple Authorized Service Provider, which means we can often repair things Apple would tell you to replace. Our pricing is typically lower, our wait time is shorter, and we give you an honest assessment of what's actually wrong.

My work laptop went down and I need it back fast. Can you prioritize it?

Bring it in and tell us at drop-off. We do our best to turn around urgent jobs quickly — most diagnostics are same-day and many common repairs are done within 24 hours. We can't guarantee same-day completion on everything, but we'll tell you upfront what's realistic for your specific repair.

Can you recover data from a failed drive?

In many cases yes. Data recovery starts at $199. The sooner you bring it in after a failure, the better the odds. We operate on a no-data, no-charge basis — if we can't recover your files, you don't pay for the recovery attempt.

Do you offer on-site or in-home repair for Short Hills?

No — drop-off only at 75 N Bridge St in Somerville. We don't offer on-site, in-home, or mobile repair service anywhere. This keeps our overhead low, which keeps your costs lower than on-site services typically charge.

Is my data private while it's at your shop?

Your device never leaves our Somerville location. All work is done in-house by our own technicians. No third-party repair centers, no subcontractors, no shipping. If a part needs to be ordered, your machine stays with us until everything is complete.

What if my computer isn't worth fixing?

We'll tell you honestly before you commit to a repair. If the cost approaches what the machine is worth, we say so and explain your options — fix it, upgrade it, or replace it. You pay the $75 diagnostic fee and leave with a clear picture, not a big bill on a dying machine.

Is there a new customer discount?

Yes — new customers get $25 off labor on their first repair. Mention code WELCOME25 when you drop off. Full terms in the coupon section below.

Our Shop — 75 N Bridge St, Somerville NJ

About 35 minutes from Short Hills on I-78. Free parking, walk-ins welcome, no appointment needed.

📍 Dave's Computers

Address

75 N Bridge St
Somerville, NJ 08876

Hours

Mon–Fri: 10am–5pm
Saturday: 9am–2pm
Sunday: Closed

From Short Hills

I-78 West or Rt. 24 West → Rt. 206 North
~35 minutes

Walk-Ins

Welcome — no appointment necessary

New Customer Offer

First time visiting from Short Hills? Bring this with you.

✂️ New Customer Offer
$25

Off Labor on Your First Repair

Mention code "WELCOME25" when you drop off your device at our Somerville shop.

New customers only
✅ One per household
✅ Off labor only — not valid on parts or data recovery
✅ Must present at drop-off  ·  Cannot combine with other offers

Code: WELCOME25  ·  Dave's Computers  ·  75 N Bridge St, Somerville NJ 08876  ·  (908) 428-9558

Ready to Get Your Computer Fixed?

About 35 minutes from Short Hills on I-78. Drop it off, get a flat-rate quote, pick it up fixed. No shipping, no strangers, no surprises.

📞 (908) 428-9558
Mon–Fri 10am–5pm  ·  Sat 9am–2pm  ·  75 N Bridge St, Somerville NJ
📞 Call Dave's — 908-428-9558